Medical Blog Writing

Medical Blog Writing
Medical Speech-Language Pathology and Dysphagia

Stay up–to–date in your evidence-based practice in the field of swallowing and swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Read, comment, and ask questions on my latest collection of blogs summarizing the latest research and hot topics.

Some of our latest blog posts

Dysphagia After Cervical Spine Surgery: C2-C7 Angle?

by Karen Sheffler | Oct 15, 2014

C2-C7 Angle and Dysphagia by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Will you or your patient be at risk for dysphagia after cervical spine surgery? I suggest reading this review of the following article: Tian, W. & Yu, J. (2013). The role of C2-C7...

HPV: Changing the Face of Head & Neck Cancer

by Karen Sheffler | Sep 30, 2014

HPV is Changing the Face of Head and Neck Cancer: An Emerging Epidemic! by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com (revised April 25, 2017) Young people who do not smoke do NOT get cancer, right? Wrong. We need to have the talk -- about sex and the...

Oral Infection Control / Oral Care Procedures

by Karen Sheffler | Sep 15, 2014

Oral Infection Control / Oral Care Procedures for the Dependent Patient © 2014 Karen Sheffler of SwallowStudy.com Perform every shift (before/after meals as needed) Oral Care Tools: Toothbrush (on suction if available), swabs (on suction if available), extra...

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Commissioned Work

The Proof is in the Pudding: A Tribute to Dr. Steven Leder & His Contributions to FEES

This article explored the now 30-year history of FEES, with a special focus on Dr. Leder’s work from 1997 to 2016 (references are listed chronologically to reflect history). Karen reviewed Dr. Leder’s early contributions, research regarding the benefits of FEES, some of his work with specific populations, and finally other exam considerations (i.e., the use of dyes and the need for a residue rating scale).

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